Summary:
The Davis Joint Unified school district in California includes three public high schools serving grades 9-12, with one also serving grades 7-12, offering a mix of traditional and charter options in a district that ranks in the 87th percentile statewide.
Davis Senior High stands out as the district's top performer, consistently earning 5-star ratings and ranking in the top 5% of all California high schools, with academic proficiency rates well above both district and state averages. Da Vinci Charter Academy is another strong choice, achieving a 5-star rating and the district's highest graduation rate of 98.6%, demonstrating the success of its 7-12 grade model. In contrast, Martin Luther King High faces significant challenges, with a 1-star rating, much lower proficiency scores, and a chronic absenteeism rate of 88.1% that far exceeds the district average.
While the district overall performs well, there are notable differences between schools. Mathematics is a relative challenge compared to English at all three schools. A key finding is that the highest per-student funding and most favorable student-teacher ratio are at the lowest-performing school, suggesting factors beyond resources, like attendance, critically impact success. Parents should note the consistent excellence of Davis Senior High and Da Vinci Charter, while the district is likely focused on intensive support for Martin Luther King High to address its severe attendance and performance gaps.
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